Overview

Join our dynamic team as a Dog Bather/Groomer Apprentice and embark on an exciting journey into the world of pet grooming! This paid position offers a fantastic prospect to develop essential skills in dog bathing, grooming techniques, and customer service while working in a lively, pet-friendly environment. As an apprentice, you'll gain hands-on experience under the guidance of experienced groomers, helping to ensure every dog leaves looking and feeling their best. Your enthusiasm, attention to detail, and love for animals will be key drivers of success in this role.

Duties
Assist senior groomers with bathing, drying, brushing, and basic grooming of dogs of various sizes and breeds
Learn to handle dogs safely and compassionately throughout the grooming process
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of grooming tools, stations, and work areas to ensure a hygienic environment
Support the team by lifting and moving dogs safely, adhering to proper heavy lifting techniques
Provide friendly customer service by greeting pet owners, answering basic questions, and ensuring a positive experience for clients
Follow grooming instructions carefully to meet each pet’s specific needs and owner preferences




Help with inventory management by organizing grooming supplies and products

Qualifications
Passion for animals and eagerness to learn grooming skills in a quick-paced environment
Strong customer service skills with a friendly, professional attitude
Ability to perform heavy lifting safely when handling larger dogs or equipment
Excellent communication skills and a positive team-oriented mindset
Willingness to follow instructions carefully and develop new technical skills
Prior experience with pets or in a customer-facing role is a plus but not required; training will be provided
Must be reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to providing compassionate care for all animals

This paid apprenticeship is designed to foster your growth in the pet grooming industry while ensuring every dog receives top-quality care. If you're energetic, dedicated, and excited to make a difference in pets’ lives—and their owners’—we want to hear from you!

Pay: From $17.60 per hour

Expected hours: 8.0 per week

Advantages:
Flexible schedule
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Dog Bather/groomer Apprentice Niagara Falls (Canada)
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📍 Canada